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MAX9768
10W Mono Class D Speaker
Amplifier with Volume Control
General Description
The MAX9768 mono 10W Class D speaker amplifier pro-
vides high-quality, efficient audio power with an integrated
volume control function.
Features
● 10W Output (8Ω, PV
= 14V, THD+N = 10%)
DD
● Spread-Spectrum Modulation
● Meets EN55022B EMC with Ferrite Bead Filters
● Amplifier Operation from 4.5V to 14V Supply
The MAX9768 features a 64-step dual-mode (analog or
digitally programmable) volume control and mute function.
The audio amplifier operates from a 4.5V to 14V single
supply and can deliver up to 10W into an 8Ω speaker with
a 14V supply.
2
● 64-Step Integrated Volume Control (I C or Analog)
● Low 0.08% THD+N (R = 8Ω, P
= 6W)
OUT
L
● High 77dB PSRR
A selectable spread-spectrum mode reduces EMI-
radiated emissions, allowing the device to pass EMC
testing with ferrite bead filters and cable lengths up to 1m.
The MAX9768 can be synchronized to an external clock,
allowing synchronization of multiple Class D amplifiers.
● Two t
Times Offered
ON
• MAX9768—220ms
• MAX9768B—15ms
● Low-Power Shutdown Mode (0.5μA)
● Short-Circuit and Thermal-Overload Protection
The MAX9768 features high 77dB PSRR, low 0.08%
THD+N, and SNR up to 97dB. Robust short-circuit and
thermal-overload protection prevent device damage during
a fault condition. The MAX9768 is available in a 24-pin thin
QFN-EP (4mm x 4mm x 0.8mm) package and is specified
over the extended -40°C to +85°C temperature range.
Pin Configuration located toward end of data sheet.
Ordering Information located at end of data sheet.
Applications
● Notebook Computers
● Flat-Panel Displays
● Multimedia Monitors
● GPS Navigation Systems
● Security/Personal Mobile Radio
Simplified Block Diagram
MAX9768 EMI WITH FERRITE BEAD FILTERS
3.3V
4.5V TO 14V
(V = 12V, 1m CABLE, 8Ω LOAD)
DD
40
35
30
25
20
15
10
5
SPEAKER
AUDIO
INPUT
FILTERLESS
CLASS D
SPEAKER
OUTPUT
OVER 20dB MARGIN
TO EN55022B LIMIT
SHDN
MUTE
ANALOG OR
I C VOLUME
CONTROL
2
0
MAX9768
0
100 200 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000
FREQUENCY (MHz)
19-0854; Rev 5; 11/20